Psalms 30:1-12

30:1 | Lifted is a word often used in the OT for lifting a bucket up out of a well. David had sunk to near-death, but God reached down, lifted him up, and gave him back his life. In this psalm, David praises God for hearing him and healing him(6:2; 30:8-10; 86:13; Isa. 53:5).

30:5 | The psalmist contrasts the momentary difficulties of this life with God’s lasting favor. A similar sentiment is expressed by Paul – although on a much larger scale – when he compares the afflictions that believers face in this life with the glory they will experience in the next (2 Cor. 4:17).

30:8-10 | What happened with the ark (2 Sam. 6:9-11) made David fearful, even ill. If David was arguing with the Lord here, he drops it to seek God’s mercy and help.